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I’m finalising a motivational, uplifting audiobook that will run about two finished hours (roughly 18,000–20,000 words) and I need a young U.S. male voice to bring it to life. The performance has to be energetic and enthusiastic while remaining sincere—think of a friendly coach who keeps the listener engaged from start to finish. A clean, neutral American accent is a must. You’ll receive the complete script in Word and PDF. Record on professional equipment so the audio arrives free of background noise, mouth clicks, pops, or room echo. Please deliver: • Fully edited, mastered mono WAV files (44.1 kHz/16-bit) • A matching MP3 reference • Separate files per chapter, consistent loudness (-3 dB peak, ‑20 dB to ‑18 dB RMS) • Full commercial usage rights I’d like the first pass within five days of hire, with one round of minor pickups (pronunciation or pacing fixes) turned around inside 48 hours. To move quickly, send a short custom audition of the opening paragraph. If your youthful, high-energy read matches the brief, we can start right away.
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Hi Melanie, Troy W. Hudson here! I’m an American Voice Over Artist, Character Voice Actor, Storyteller and On Camera Guy. I have over 40 years of professional video and audio production experience. I produce high quality professional voice overs and have narrated almost 90 audiobooks! I quality check every audio file through the ACX Lab to ensure it is approved and ready for prime time! I MUST REVIEW THE FINAL MANUSCRIPT BEFORE THE JOB STARTS. I DO NOT RECORD PROFANITY OR ADULT SITUATIONS. Warm. Friendly. Conversational. Authoritative. Fun. Real. Humorous. Directable. Words that describe my delivery styles and ability to provide exactly what is needed. Let’s chat, Troy W. Hudson ? ? Voice Actor | On Camera Guy | Storyteller
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With a deep-rooted passion for creative arts and extensive experience in various creative and technical fields, I bring a unique perspective to the table that is perfect for this project. My proficiencies range from website development, graphic design and 3D animation to photo/video editing, and audio manipulation - giving me the edge to produce a seamlessly resonant audiobook read. I understand the intricacies of vocal expression and can deliver an energetic yet sincere read that will captivate your listeners - exactly like your ideal 'friendly coach'. Moreover, my clear communication, attention to detail, and commitment to exceeding client's expectations further ensures that you'll be fully satisfied with the final product. Having worked with multiple international clients through different projects, I've garnered trust not just for my versatility but also my reliability - consistently delivering high-quality work on-time and within budget. So if you're looking for a voice that'll breathe life into your uplifting audiobook while maintaining commercial-grade quality standards, I'm the right choice. Looking forward to working together!
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Hi there, I'm an American voice artist and actor. I have been working with my voice for 10 years, and I have a professional studio that provides quality services to my clients. I have hundreds of projects that I have worked on over the years with a 100% success rate I have completed 300+ projects with a 100% Positive Rating, If you are looking for Quality work, look no further. We are always available 24/7 to help employers without limitations, and delivery is guaranteed on time. I normally charge a very cheap rate with high-quality work. If you have any questions or special requirements, Kindly leave a message through the message function for further information, We would be very happy to have the chance to assist you further with your project Best Regards Alema Akter
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Hey! Thanks for taking the time to review my proposal. I would love to collaborate on this book with you! I can get started on the recording this week if that works for you. I don't see a script, but send one over and I'm happy to get an audition over to you! I look forward to hearing from you! Best, Andrew
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Hello, I am a native English speaker living in the United States. If you prefer a native male English speaker, I know someone who can handle the project
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A motivational audiobook should feel like a personal conversation, not someone reading a script. That's the approach I'd take with your project. The narration will maintain the same energy, sincerity, and encouragement from the opening chapter to the closing message, so listeners stay engaged instead of feeling like they're hearing the same delivery repeated for two hours. One suggestion I'd make is to intentionally vary the pace throughout the audiobook. Slowing down during reflective moments and adding more energy during motivational sections creates a much stronger emotional journey and keeps listeners connected from start to finish. You'll receive professionally edited and mastered chapter by chapter audio in WAV and MP3 formats, with clean, consistent sound that meets your technical specifications. I'm also happy to produce a custom audition from your opening paragraph before we move forward, so you know the tone is exactly what you're looking for. Is there a specific voice or narrator you'd like the performance to be inspired by?
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Hello, I’d be happy to help bring your audiobook to life. I use a combination of local AI models and ElevenLabs to create highly natural, expressive voiceovers with the youthful U.S. male voice and energetic tone you’re looking for. My workflow focuses on delivering engaging narration while maintaining a sincere and authentic performance. I also provide professional audio editing and mastering to ensure the final files are clean, consistent, and ready for commercial use. I’m happy to record a free custom sample of your opening paragraph so you can evaluate the voice quality and style before we begin. I prefer an interactive workflow, allowing us to fine-tune the voice and pacing based on your feedback to achieve the best possible result. I look forward to working with you! Best regards, Pouya Azadi
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An audiobook keeps listeners engaged when the narration sounds like a genuine conversation, not a performance. Energy matters, but authenticity is what carries someone through two hours of listening. The delivery should maintain a consistent, uplifting pace while giving key moments room to breathe, with clean mastering and chapter-by-chapter consistency that meets commercial audiobook standards. The result is production-ready audio that listeners can enjoy without distractions from technical issues or uneven delivery. Does the opening chapter set the emotional tone for the rest of the audiobook, or is there a specific chapter you'd like a custom audition from before moving forward??
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I am a professional voice over artist/narrator with over 10 years of experience using my voice to bring entertainment. The best examples of my work are on YouTube, on the Marvelous Videos Channel. I would like a copy of the opening paragraph so that I can do a proper audition. Ben dot brunner eighty-six at gee mail dot com I hope to hear from you soon.
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Hello, I’m interested in your motivational audiobook project and can provide professionally edited WAV and MP3 files with chapter-wise delivery, consistent audio quality, and full attention to your technical requirements. I can share additional voice samples, and the final voice style can be selected according to your preference. I’d also be happy to record a custom audition from your opening paragraph to ensure the tone and energy match your vision. For this project, my standard rate would typically be higher for a 2-hour audiobook. However, I’m currently offering a discounted project rate of $150 and can start immediately. Please find my audio samples in my Freelancer portfolio. I can also provide additional voice samples and a custom audition based on your script. I look forward to hearing from you and discussing the project further.
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Not American but im a kiwi with a slight aussie accent havent done this stuff before but im a vocalist and im willing to give it ago send me a abit of it and if your satisfied we can start the project if you like i can write a theme song or song for it to get more exposure
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Thanks for the opportunity to connect with you. I have been an audio engineer, producer, songwriter, performer, and studio owner for over 35 years. I have worked with various companies as a voice actor, and I am currently contracted with several organizations to do their voice-over work, including many with Audible / ACX. I am also teaching weekly voice acting classes. Please keep in mind that I can adjust the pace, tone, audio output, etc to meet your needs. This is merely a sample. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks again for your consideration!
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